Matt Cox wears many hats. He’s an actor, does improv, sound design, and is a playwright. His current play is Puffs Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic. What started as a small reading inspired by the Harry Potter series at the Peoples Improv Theater two years ago has grown into a heartwarming and hilarious production at New World Stages. We chatted with Matt about the development of Puffs and what he’s learned from it. PC: Obviously, there was one big thing that inspired you, but
If you’ve watched any of Netflix’s Marvel television shows, then you know Stephanie Maslansky’s work. A seasoned costume designer based in New York City, Stephanie shaped and created the costumes for Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and, most recently, The Defenders. We were able to chat with her about how she creates these iconic looks. PC: When did you know you wanted to make costume design your career? Stephanie: Actually, I had sort of an epiphany when I was about 23 years old. My mom had just passed
Sky Katz is one of Hollywood’s fastest rising stars. She competed on America’s Got Talent, showcasing her incredible rap skills, and now is one of the stars of Raven’s Home on the Disney Channel. With all of her accomplishments, it’s hard to believe she’s only twelve! Pop Culturalist sat down with her to chat about her new show, upcoming music, and much more. PC: Were you familiar with the original series before you signed on for the spinoff? Sky: Yes, my older siblings lived for That’s So Raven when they were younger so
“Do you think a person is as bad as her worst actions?” E. Lockhart’s hotly anticipated YA book, Genuine Fraud, explores the depths and complexities of female friendship, the struggle with knowing your own identity, and the stories we tell ourselves to justify our actions. It is a retelling of the classic 1955 novel The Talented Mr. Ripley and asks, “what are people capable of?” Genuine Fraud is the story of Jule and Imogen. Jule is a strong fighter who imagines herself as a heroine fighting evil in the narrative of her life (sometimes